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IMCA is the international trade association representing offshore, marine and underwater engineering companies.

It seeks to:

strive for the highest possible standards with a balance of risk and cost in relation to: health & safety; technology; quality & efficiency; environmental awareness & protection;
achieve and sustain self-regulation in the industry;
ease the free movement of equipment and personnel globally;
promote equitable contracting regimes;
provide the framework for training, certification, competence and recruitment to support and sustain the industry globally;
resolve industry issues; and
promote co-operation across the industry.
IMCA promotes improvements in quality, health, safety, and environmental and technical standards through the publication of guidance and information notes, codes of practice, and by other appropriate means. Members also receive regular briefing notes on technical issues, regulatory developments, and news and events appropriate to own activities.

AdriaMare is training Establishment Member of the International Marine Contractors Association

IMCA has a great website with lot of resources for offshore industry. Visit IMCA now.

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The Nautical Institute is the international professional body for qualified seafarers and others with an interest in nautical matters. They provide a wide range of services to enhance the professional standing and knowledge of members who are drawn from all sectors of the maritime world.
Nautical Institute work is available to the whole industry to help improve the safety and efficiency of shipping. Nautical Institute monthly journal Seaways, books, web services and projects help to provide real solutions to problems facing the industry and provide mariners’ input to decision makers internationally and nationally.

Nautical Institute aim is to provide the strongest possible professional focus, dedicated to improving standards of those in control of seagoing craft, while maintaining the Institute as an international centre of nautical excellence.

The formation of Nautical Institute Branches and other groupings is actively encouraged.

The Nautical Institute is a thriving international professional body for qualified mariners – with over 40 branches worldwide and more than 7,000 members in over 110 countries. AdriaMare is Development Contact In Croatia.

Nautical Institute membership is open to all nationalities - in grades appropriate to qualifications. The benefits of joining the Institute are many and include professional recognition, receipt of regular and up-to-date information and, through Seaways, discounts on Nautical Institute publications, conferences, seminars, etc.

If you are interested in becoming Nautical Institute Member please contact us through our form